Private Schools in West Barnstable, Massachusetts

Located directly in West Barnstable, the Cape Cod Conservatory offers specialized arts education programs for students of all ages. While primarily known for its community arts instruction, the conservatory provides comprehensive arts-integrated educational experiences with private music lessons, ensemble opportunities, visual arts classes, and dance instruction. The facility features professional-grade music studios, art galleries, and performance spaces. The conservatory partners with local schools and homeschool programs to provide arts education and serves as a cultural hub for the Cape Cod community, offering both recreational and pre-professional training in the arts.

St. Francis Xavier Preparatory School serves students in grades 5-8 with a strong foundation in Catholic values and academic excellence. Located in nearby Hyannis, the school provides a comprehensive middle school education with emphasis on character development and leadership skills. The curriculum includes advanced mathematics, science laboratories, foreign language instruction, and technology integration. Extracurricular activities include competitive sports teams, drama productions, community service projects, and academic clubs. The school maintains small class sizes and has a reputation for preparing students for success in competitive high school programs.

Cape Cod Academy is the only independent, co-educational, college preparatory school serving students from pre-K through grade 12 on Cape Cod. Located just minutes from West Barnstable, the school offers a rigorous academic program with small class sizes averaging 12 students. The 46-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities including science laboratories, performing arts center, athletic fields, and technology-enhanced classrooms. The school emphasizes personalized learning with a 6:1 student-to-teacher ratio and offers extensive extracurricular programs including competitive athletics, visual and performing arts, and community service opportunities.